Garment Technologist - Childrenswear

at  Myer

Job no: 942760
Work type: Permanent / Full time
Location: Support Office - Docklands
From humble beginnings in downtown Bendigo to supporting Australian communities far and wide- Myer has always been a special place, transcending beyond just a place to work.

MYER IS A PLACE FOR FINDING LIFE-LONG FRIENDSHIPS, A SAFE SPACE WITH A BIG HEART. HERE, YOU’RE ENCOURAGED TO BE YOURSELF, SHARE YOUR IDEAS AND ARE ENTRUSTED TO DELIVER YOUR VERY BEST. SOME MIGHT EVEN SAY IT FEELS LIKE BEING “RIGHT AT HOME”.

• Join a collaborative team and gain exposure to different parts of the business
• Contribute to products at the design phase & bring them to life
• Hybrid working model – Docklands-based office and the comfort of your own home!
  Known as a Technologist internally within our business, Myer is looking for a Childrenswear Garment Technologist who will align with our QA & Merchandise strategy, provide technical advice and expertise in areas of trend, quality, fit, sourcing and compliance. You will work collaboratively with Buyers, Product Developers and relevant stakeholders to optimise product quality, production processes and financial returns to the business.

• Develop and maintain detailed product specifications for Agents/Suppliers with clear instruction relating to fit/size, workmanship, quality and construction details.
• Ensure all approved apparel products meet legal, safety, and company standard requirements, by making commercial judgments in relation to products.
• Update and maintain detailed technical and performance standards for key stakeholders.
• Organise and conduct effective fit sessions to provide technical advice and corrections to fit, design and construction to all stakeholder, and deliver a 3 day turnaround from sample received date.
• Manage product quality, as per BRAND DNA through store audits, customer feedback and benchmarking industry standards

• Mentor, educate & share knowledge & learnings with buying teams and QA team

  About You:

• 2 years+ experience in a Garment Technologist role within a wholesale or retail environment - experience in Childrenswear highly regarded

• Demonstrated experience in woven/cut & sewn and fully fashioned knitwear product types
• Tertiary qualification in garment manufacture and or patternmaking
• Proficiency in Excel, formulas and spreadsheets
• Strong organisations skills with ability to prioritise and multitask
• Sound understanding of body shape, grade and proportions and a detailed eye for balance, styling, and quality
• Ability to build and maintain positive, productive relationships with multiple stakeholders and work cross-functionally
• A confident, enthusiastic, self-motivated team player